Less than four hours after a fatal shooting that left a 19-year-old dead and two others injured, the Vicksburg Police Department has arrested two suspects in connection with the incident.
The shooting happened earlier today near Jefferson Street and Locust Street.
Four hours after the shooting, police arrested 21-year-old Tyler Terry from Canton, and 20-year-old Javien Shannon, from Jackson.
Shannon was charged with Capital Murder, two counts of Aggravated Assault, Armed Robbery, and Possession of a Stolen Firearm.
His bond was set at $1,175,000.
21-year-old Tyler Terry, from Canton, was charged with Capital Murder, two counts of Aggravated Assault, and Armed Robbery.
Terry’s total bond was set at $1,200,000.
Chief Penny L. Jones confirmed the arrests and emphasized that the Vicksburg Police Department remains actively investigating the case.
Authorities are urging anyone with additional information to contact Capt. Curtis Judge at 601-636-2511.
Further details regarding charges and potential court proceedings are expected as the investigation unfolds.
